Psalms 77:14

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Psalms 77:14 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

You are the God who works wonders; You display Your strength among the peoples.

King James Version KJV

Thou art the God that doest wonders: thou hast declared thy strength among the people.

American Standard Version ASV

Thou art the God that doest wonders: Thou hast made known thy strength among the peoples.

Bible in Basic English BBE

You are the God who does works of power: you have made your strength clear to the nations.

Free Bible Version FBV

You are the God who does wonderful things! You have revealed your power to the nations.

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

Thou art ye God that doest wonders: thou hast declared thy power among the people.

Young's Literal Translation YLT

Thou [art] the God doing wonders. Thou hast made known among the peoples Thy strength,

World English Bible WEB

You are the God who does wonders. You have made your strength known among the peoples.

Noah Webster Bible WBS

Thou art the God that doest wonders: thou hast declared thy strength among the people.

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

And he conducted them with a cloud by day: and all the night with a light of fire.

Translation for Translators T4T

You are God, the one who performs miracles; you showed to people of many people-groups that you are powerful.

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Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 77:14

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Psalms 77:14 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB אֱ֭לֹהִים בַּ/קֹּ֣דֶשׁ דַּרְכֶּ֑/ךָ מִי אֵ֥ל גָּ֝ד֗וֹל כֵּֽ/אלֹהִֽים

אֱ֭לֹהִים ʼĕlôhîym H430 God N-mp

בַּ/קֹּ֣דֶשׁ qôdesh H6944 Holy Place Prep | N-ms

דַּרְכֶּ֑/ךָ derek H1870 way N-cs | Suff

מִי mîy H4310 who? Part

אֵ֥ל ʼêl H410 god N-ms

גָּ֝ד֗וֹל gâdôwl H1419 Great (Sea) Adj

כֵּֽ/אלֹהִֽים ʼĕlôhîym H430 God Prep | N-mp

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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 77:14

אֱ֭לֹהִים ʼĕlôhîym H430 "God" N-mp

The Hebrew word for God, elohim, refers to the one supreme God, and is sometimes used to show respect to judges or magistrates. It is also used to describe angels or mighty beings. This word is closely related to the name of the Lord, Yahweh, and is often translated as God or gods in the Bible.

Definition: This name means "gods" (plural intensive-singular meaning), "God" Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)

Usage: Occurs in 2246 OT verses. KJV: angels, [idiom] exceeding, God (gods) (-dess, -ly), [idiom] (very) great, judges, [idiom] mighty. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 22:12; Exodus 3:11.

בַּ/קֹּ֣דֶשׁ qôdesh H6944 "Holy Place" Prep | N-ms

The Holy Place refers to a sacred or set-apart area, like the temple in Jerusalem. It is a place of sanctity and holiness, where God is worshipped. The Bible describes it as a place of reverence and awe.

Definition: This name means apartness, holiness, sacredness Also named: hagion (ἅγιον "Holy Place" G0039)

Usage: Occurs in 380 OT verses. KJV: consecrated (thing), dedicated (thing), hallowed (thing), holiness, ([idiom] most) holy ([idiom] day, portion, thing), saint, sanctuary. See also: Exodus 3:5; Leviticus 23:4; 1 Chronicles 26:26.

דַּרְכֶּ֑/ךָ derek H1870 "way" N-cs | Suff

Derek refers to a road or path, and can also mean a way of life or manner of action. It is often used to describe a journey or direction, and can be used figuratively to describe a person's character or moral path.

Definition: : road/route 1) way, road, distance, journey, manner 1a) road, way, path 1b) journey 1c) direction 1d) manner, habit, way 1e) of course of life (fig.) 1f) of moral character (fig.)

Usage: Occurs in 626 OT verses. KJV: along, away, because of, [phrase] by, conversation, custom, (east-) ward, journey, manner, passenger, through, toward, (high-) (path-) way(-side), whither(-soever). See also: Genesis 3:24; Deuteronomy 28:29; 1 Kings 15:34.

מִי mîy H4310 "who?" Part

This word is used to ask questions like who, whose, or whom. It can also be used to express a wish, like would that or whoever. It appears in many forms throughout the Bible, often in phrases like O that or what.

Definition: who?, whose?, whom?, would that, whoever, whosoever

Usage: Occurs in 342 OT verses. KJV: any (man), [idiom] he, [idiom] him, [phrase] O that! what, which, who(-m, -se, -soever), [phrase] would to God. See also: Genesis 3:11; 2 Samuel 15:4; Psalms 4:7.

אֵ֥ל ʼêl H410 "god" N-ms

In the Bible, 'el means strength or power, and is often used to refer to God or false gods. It describes something or someone as mighty or powerful, like the Almighty. This concept is central to understanding the Bible's view of God.

Definition: : god 1) god, god-like one, mighty one 1a) mighty men, men of rank, mighty heroes 1b) angels 1c) god, false god, (demons, imaginations) 1d) God, the one true God, Jehovah 2) mighty things in nature 3) strength, power Also means: ": power" (el אֵל H0410L)

Usage: Occurs in 235 OT verses. KJV: God (god), [idiom] goodly, [idiom] great, idol, might(-y one), power, strong. Compare names in '-el.' See also: Genesis 14:18; Job 33:14; Psalms 5:5.

גָּ֝ד֗וֹל gâdôwl H1419 "Great (Sea)" Adj

In the Bible, this Hebrew word means something or someone great, whether in size, age, or importance. It appears in descriptions of the Great Sea and the Philistines. The word is used to convey a sense of magnitude or grandeur.

Definition: adj great Also named: pe.lish.ti (פְּלִשְׁתִּי "(Sea of the )Philistines" H6430I)

Usage: Occurs in 499 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] aloud, elder(-est), [phrase] exceeding(-ly), [phrase] far, (man of) great (man, matter, thing,-er,-ness), high, long, loud, mighty, more, much, noble, proud thing, [idiom] sore, ([idiom]) very. See also: Genesis 1:16; Joshua 7:26; 1 Kings 20:13.

כֵּֽ/אלֹהִֽים ʼĕlôhîym H430 "God" Prep | N-mp

Definition: This name means "gods" (plural intensive-singular meaning), "God" Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)

Usage: Occurs in 2246 OT verses. KJV: angels, [idiom] exceeding, God (gods) (-dess, -ly), [idiom] (very) great, judges, [idiom] mighty. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 22:12; Exodus 3:11.

Study Notes — Psalms 77:14

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Context
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Psalms 77:14 Summary
Frequently Asked Questions
Reflection Questions
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 77:14
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 77:14
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 77:14
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 77:14
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 77:14
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 77:14
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 77:14
Sermons on Psalms 77:14

Context — In the Day of Trouble I Sought the Lord

12I will reflect on all You have done and ponder Your mighty deeds. 13Your way, O God, is holy. What god is so great as our God?

14You are the God who works wonders; You display Your strength among the peoples.

15With power You redeemed Your people, the sons of Jacob and Joseph. Selah 16The waters saw You, O God; the waters saw You and swirled; even the depths were shaken.

Cross References

	Reference	Text (BSB)
1	Daniel 6:27	He delivers and rescues; He performs signs and wonders in the heavens and on the earth, for He has rescued Daniel from the power of the lions.”
2	Psalms 136:4	He alone does great wonders. His loving devotion endures forever.
3	Exodus 15:11	Who among the gods is like You, O LORD? Who is like You—majestic in holiness, revered with praises, performing wonders?
4	Exodus 13:14	In the future, when your son asks you, ‘What does this mean?’ you are to tell him, ‘With a mighty hand the LORD brought us out of Egypt, out of the house of slavery.
5	Psalms 72:18	Blessed be the LORD God, the God of Israel, who alone does marvelous deeds.
6	Joshua 9:9–10	“Your servants have come from a very distant land,” they replied, “because of the fame of the LORD your God. For we have heard the reports about Him: all that He did in Egypt, and all that He did to the two kings of the Amorites beyond the Jordan—Sihon king of Heshbon and Og king of Bashan, who reigned in Ashtaroth.
7	Isaiah 51:9	Awake, awake, put on strength, O arm of the LORD. Wake up as in days past, as in generations of old. Was it not You who cut Rahab to pieces, who pierced through the dragon?
8	Revelation 15:3	and they sang the song of God’s servant Moses and of the Lamb: “Great and wonderful are Your works, O Lord God Almighty! Just and true are Your ways, O King of the nations!
9	Exodus 15:6	Your right hand, O LORD, is majestic in power; Your right hand, O LORD, has shattered the enemy.
10	Psalms 105:5	Remember the wonders He has done, His marvels, and the judgments He has pronounced,

Psalms 77:14 Summary

[Psalms 77:14 tells us that God is a God who works wonders and shows His strength to all people. This means He does amazing things that help us and show us how powerful and loving He is, like the miracles in the book of Exodus. We can trust in God's power and goodness, just like the psalmist did, and give Him praise and worship for all the wonderful things He has done (Romans 11:33-36). By remembering God's wonders, we can have faith that He will continue to work in our lives and in the world around us.]

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean for God to 'work wonders' as mentioned in Psalms 77:14?

When the Bible says God works wonders, it means He does amazing and extraordinary things that demonstrate His power and care for His people, as seen in Exodus 34:10 and Job 37:14.

How does God 'display His strength among the peoples'?

God displays His strength among the peoples through miracles, salvation, and the fulfillment of His promises, which is evident in Psalms 77:15 and Isaiah 43:2-3.

Is this verse talking about God's power in the past or in the present?

This verse is speaking about God's character and nature, which remains the same yesterday, today, and forever, as stated in Hebrews 13:8 and Malachi 3:6.

What is the significance of acknowledging God as the One who works wonders?

Acknowledging God as the One who works wonders helps us to trust in His power and goodness, and to give Him the praise and worship He deserves, as seen in Psalms 107:8 and Romans 11:33-36.

Reflection Questions

What are some ways you have seen God work wonders in your life or in the lives of others?
How does reflecting on God's strength and wonders affect your faith and trust in Him?
What are some things you can praise God for today, knowing that He is the same powerful God who worked wonders in the past?
How can you share the wonders of God with others, that they may also come to know and worship Him?

Gill's Exposition on Psalms 77:14

Thou art the God that doest wonders,.... In nature, providence, and grace; it seems chiefly to regard what was done for the Israelites in Egypt, and in the wilderness, see Psalms 78:12, thou hast

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 77:14

Thou art the God that doest wonders: thou hast declared thy strength among the people. Thou hast declared thy strength among the people - Hebrew, 'peoples' (Exodus 9:16; Exodus 15:14).

Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 77:14

By the mighty effects of it here following.

Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 77:14

Psalms 77:14 Thou [art] the God that doest wonders: thou hast declared thy strength among the people.Ver. 14. Thou art the God that doest wonders] In the daily defence and government of thy Church. Thou art the great Thaumaturgus, or wonder worker. Thou hast declared thy strength among the people] As among the Egyptians, Canaanites, Philistines, &c. Vere magnus est Dens Christianorum, said one Calocerius, a heathen.

Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 77:14

Verse 14. Thou - doest wonders] Every act of God, whether in nature or grace, in creation or providence, is wondrous; surpasses all power but his own; and can be comprehended only by his own wisdom. To the general observer, his strength is most apparent; to the investigator of nature, his wisdom; and to the genuine Christian, his mercy and love.

Cambridge Bible on Psalms 77:14

14. Thou art the God &c.] The true El, the living, Almighty God (Psalms 5:4; Psalms 42:2). The epithet that doest wonders is borrowed from Exodus 15:11. Cp. Isaiah 25:1. thou hast declared &c.] Render, Thou didst make known thy strength among the peoples. Cp. Exodus 15:13-14; Exodus 9:16.

Barnes' Notes on Psalms 77:14

Thou art the God that doest wonders - It is, it must be, the characteristic of God, the true God, to do wonderful things; things which are suited to produce amazement, and which we can little hope to be able to understand.

Sermons on Psalms 77:14

	Sermon	Description
	(Romans) God's Dealing With Israel Explained by Willie Mullan	In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of coming to God and surrendering oneself to Him. He emphasizes the need to trust in Jesus and make Him the center of our lives
	Thy Way Was in the Sea by T. Austin-Sparks	The video is a sermon about the way in which the Lord delivered his people out of Egypt and through the Red Sea. The speaker reflects on how he had previously written a song about
	The Unchangeable Power of God by George Mueller	George Mueller emphasizes the unchangeable power of God, asserting that God's ability to perform miracles remains as strong today as it was in biblical times. He encourages believe
	All They That Heard It Wondered at Those Things by C.H. Spurgeon	C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes the importance of maintaining a sense of wonder at God's marvelous works, particularly in relation to the incarnation and redemption through Jesus Christ.
	God and China by Zhiming Yuan	Zhiming Yuan delves into the intricate relationship between Christianity and Chinese culture, exploring the historical tensions, biases, and hindrances that have existed over the p
	Miracles for You (Part 3) by K.P. Yohannan	K.P. Yohannan emphasizes the power of faith and miracles in his sermon 'Miracles for You (Part 3)', recounting the story of Moses and the Israelites at the Red Sea, where human log
	Psalm 136 by Henry Law	Henry Law preaches a sermon exalting the enduring mercy of the Lord, invoking praises for His works of creation, deliverance, and redemption. From the wonders of creation to the vi